[Algopareunia]

During treatment of chronic pelvic inflammatory diseases the authors examined by interviews conducted by two sexuologists in Frantiskovy Láznĕ 152 women married for at least one year, aged 21 to 40 years. After analysis of the results of sexuological examinations the authors recommend to use the term algopareunia for patients who have painful sensations during coitus but react rationally and are satisfied with their sex life. The term dyspareunia covers women who with regard to pain during intercourse report that they are dissatisfied with their sex life.